Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PL1s
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PL1s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
- Announced September 2017
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
- Successor is Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Released November 2010
- Replaced the Olympus E-PL1
- Refreshed by Olympus E-PL2

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PL1s Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Olympus E-PL1s, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and E-PL1s (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and E-PL1s (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X-E3 was unveiled 6 years after the E-PL1s which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-E3 matches up versus the E-PL1s when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PL1s Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E3 and Olympus PEN E-PL1s. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery and Olympus E-PL1s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Olympus E-PL1s
Fujifilm X-E3 | E-PL1s | |||
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Released | September 2017 | ![]() | November 2010 | Newer by 83 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1s over the Fujifilm X-E3
E-PL1s | Fujifilm X-E3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Olympus E-PL1s
Fujifilm X-E3 | E-PL1s | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PL1s Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E3 has got physical measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL1s has measurements of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Olympus E-PL1s in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 against the E-PL1s.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E3 and E-PL1s is 85 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PL1s Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E3 and E-PL1s.
As you can see, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-E3 will provide extra detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-E3 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PL1s Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Olympus E-PL1s Specifications
Fujifilm X-E3 | Olympus PEN E-PL1s | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E3 | Olympus PEN E-PL1s |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2017-09-07 | 2010-11-16 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor III | Truepic V |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4032 x 3024 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 54 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.00 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337g (0.74 pounds) | 334g (0.74 pounds) |
Dimensions | 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 290 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | BLS-1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $700 | $599 |